South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (SFLHCC)

What South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (SFLHCC) does

The South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (SFLHCC) is a nonprofit 501(c)(6) organization founded on July 21, 1994, headquartered at 333 Arthur Godfrey Road, Suite 300, Miami Beach, Florida. It represents more than 1,600 Hispanic-owned and minority businesses across Southeast Florida and operates the affiliated SFLHCC Foundation (established 1995), which has awarded more than $1.25 million in scholarships to over 450 students across 30 years. SFLHCC is recognized by Latino Leaders Magazine as one of the Top 3-5 Hispanic Chambers of Commerce in the United States.

The chamber's core offerings are organized around three pillars: membership and events (nine tiers from $200 Individual to $25,000 Platinum Circle, plus ~20 annual events including the Installation Luncheon, Golden Eagle Awards, Green Visionary Awards, and Women Empowering Women Awards), media products monetizing the personal brand of President/CEO Liliam M. Lopez ('A Business Minute' at $1,000-$1,500, 'The Podcast with Lily Lopez' at $1,250-$1,700, and 'Thursdays with Lily' private lunches), and programmatic services (Minority Business Center, Youth Entrepreneurship Program, Elevate Together grants in partnership with Office Depot/USHCC, and the Education Enhancement Fellowship). Underlying technology is a Wix-hosted website (70,000+ monthly visits) used for membership enrollment, event registration, ad booking, business directory, and newsletter distribution, supplemented by YouTube, podcast feeds, and the Latino Business Review magazine.

Revenue is generated primarily through annual membership dues, event sponsorships and advertising, fee-based media services, and pass-through grants, with the chamber explicitly noting that financial information is not publicly disclosed as a 501(c)(6). Enterprise sponsors including Aflac, Southwest Airlines, JPMorgan Chase, FPL, Delta, and Baptist Health anchor the high end of the membership mix, while nine committees (Health and Wellness, Hispanic Women's Society Network, Hispanic Bankers Club, Business Technology, Ambassador's, Governmental Affairs, Sustainability, and others) drive community-led member engagement and referrals.

Name

South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (SFLHCC)

Legal name

South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Website

https://sflhcc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (SFLHCC) is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit founded in 1994 that serves over 1,600 Hispanic-owned and minority businesses in Southeast Florida through tiered memberships, ~20 annual events, paid media products, and the affiliated SFLHCC Foundation's scholarship and fellowship programs.

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Product category

Business Chamber Services

NAICS

Professional Organizations (81392)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Professional & Association Conferences (MPAGAGAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Small Business & Entrepreneurship Community Education (EDAAAFAK)

Keywords

• Chamber of commerce
• Business networking events
• Minority business assistance
• Small business advocacy
• Hispanic business development

Headquarters

HQ city

Miami Beach

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees across nine tiers ranging from $200 (Individual) to $25,000 (Platinum Circle). Membership includes access to networking events, committee participation, advertising opportunities, referral services, and member discounts on events and programs.
2. Event Sponsorships and Advertising: Revenue generated from website banner advertising, digital screen ads, magazine ads, and event sponsorships. The chamber offers tiered sponsorship packages tied to membership levels and ad hoc opportunities across newsletters and the Latino Business Review magazine.
3. Fee-Based Services: Fee-based services include 'A Business Minute with Lily Lopez' video interviews ($1,000 for members, $1,500 for non-members), 'The Podcast with Lily Lopez' ($1,250 members, $1,700 non-members), and 'Thursdays with Lily' private lunches (1.5 hours). Additional email blast fees of $50 each for Business Association members.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels13 records

Core offering

The South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce operates as a membership-based nonprofit chamber of commerce providing advocacy, networking, business education, and economic development services to the Hispanic business community in South Florida. Core paid offerings include tiered annual memberships ($200 Individual to $25,000 Platinum Circle), fee-based media services such as video interviews and digital podcasts, and sponsorship packages tied to signature events. Free programs include the Minority Business Center for micro-enterprise assistance, the Youth Entrepreneurship Program with Education Enhancement Fellowship, and the Elevate Together grant initiative.

Product overview

The South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce operates as a membership-based nonprofit organization offering a portfolio of programs and services organized around business networking, media content, youth development, and small business support. The core member offerings include various membership tiers (from Individual at $200 to Platinum Circle at $25,000), with paid programming products such as 'The Podcast with Lily Lopez' ($1,250-$1,700), 'A Business Minute with Lily Lopez' ($1,000-$1,500), and 'Thursdays with Lily' networking lunches. The Chamber operates the Minority Business Center providing free business development services, runs the Youth Entrepreneurship Program with Education Enhancement Fellowship, Scholarship, and Internship components, and manages the Elevate Together grant program in partnership with Office Depot. Additional member services include various committees (Health & Wellness, Hispanic Women's Society Network, Business Technology, etc.), Ribbon Cutting ceremonies, Job Fairs via CareerSource South Florida, and advertising opportunities in the monthly newsletter and website (70,000+ monthly visits). The SFLHCC Foundation, established in 1995, handles educational scholarships and community programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• SFLHCC Chamber Membership
• The Podcast with Lily Lopez

Quantifiable outcome

• Over $1.25 million in scholarships awarded to 450+ students through the SFLHCC Foundation over 30 years.
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026SFLHCC is affiliated with the US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and participates in the Elevate Together initiative, a partnership between USHCC, Office Depot, and SFLHCC supporting small businesses with grants, resources, and mentorship. $60,000 in $5,000 grants was awarded at an October 2024 ceremony, with $210,000 distributed over five years.
• Office DepotcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Office Depot partners with USHCC and SFLHCC on the Elevate Together initiative, which provides grants, resources, and mentorship to small businesses. The program has distributed $270,000 over six years including $60,000 awarded in October 2024.
• JPMorgan ChasecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerJPMorgan Chase's Advancing Hispanics & Latinos initiative partners with SFLHCC on the NMSDC Certification Reimbursement Initiative. On a first-come, first-serve basis, the program reimburses certification fees for eligible minority-owned businesses once their application is approved. Guillermo Diaz serves as Senior Business Consultant contact.
• CareerSource South FloridamajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSFLHCC announced a partnership with CareerSource South Florida to deliver enhanced services to members, including recruitment assistance and workforce development resources. Cathy serves as the contact for businesses needing recruitment support.
• Southwest AirlinescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSouthwest Airlines is a founding partner of the Education Enhancement Fellowship Program, providing all-expenses-paid travel opportunities for disadvantaged Miami-Dade County Public Schools students to attend out-of-state business conferences. Over 450 students have benefited from this program over 30 years.
• TD BankmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTD Bank partners with SFLHCC Foundation on the Education Enhancement Fellowship Program. Felipe Basulto, Market President South Florida, serves as Foundation Board member and member spotlight feature. TD Bank's partnership supports the program's mission of exposing students to successful business leaders.
• Miami-Dade CountycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMiami-Dade County is a key public partner in the Minority Business Center and co-sponsor of the Education Enhancement Fellowship Program. The chamber maintains excellent public-private partnerships with the county enabling comprehensive support and resources for members.
• City of Miami BeachcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe City of Miami Beach partners with SFLHCC annually for the Education Enhancement Fellowship Program, contributing to the all-expenses-paid student conference experience. The chamber maintains excellent public-private partnerships with the city.
• U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe SBA provides business training programs to SFLHCC members through Web Live online sessions. The chamber was the first organization in South Florida to host SBA online training for small businesses. SBA programs are accessible to chamber members via internet conference.
• Buchanan Ingersoll & RooneyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSFLHCC supported Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney's 175th Anniversary Trade Policy and Security Summit. Buchanan is a nationally recognized law firm providing legal, business, regulatory, and government relations counsel across industries including healthcare, finance, technology, and public policy.
• Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing ArtsmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSFLHCC Foundation partners with the Adrienne Arsht Center as a sponsor of the Arshties Awards celebrating excellence in musical theater. SFLHCC presented a $10,000 donation to Miami Arts Studio Zelda Glazer at the 2026 Arshties Showcase. The partnership supports arts education and rising student talent.
• Arc Broward / Arc CulinaryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerArc Broward's Arc Culinary social enterprise, dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities through culinary training and workforce development, partners with SFLHCC for catering and special events. Revenue from catering supports scholarships and job training programs.
• Florida Department of Economic OpportunityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Florida Department of Economic Opportunity collaborates with SFLHCC to provide reemployment assistance services and resources through the chamber's network. Partners enable access to state-provided support for job seekers and businesses.
• Miami Community NewspapersminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMedia partner covering SFLHCC events including the 32nd Annual Installation Luncheon and Sands of Time Gala. Provides earned media coverage and press visibility for chamber activities.
• Estylo MagazineminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEstylo Magazine featured SFLHCC President Liliam M. Lopez in a leadership article titled 'Liderazgo Hispano en Miami' published May 1, 2026, providing visibility for the chamber and its leadership within the Spanish-language media market.
• Latino Leaders MagazinemajorGTM or Marketing PartnerLatino Leaders Magazine featured SFLHCC as one of the Top 3 Hispanic Chambers of Commerce in the US in its January-February 2026 issue, providing national recognition and credibility.
• United HomeCareminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSFLHCC President attended the Claude Pepper Awards hosted by United HomeCare, recognizing individuals making meaningful community impact through leadership and service.
• Vi at AventuraminorGTM or Marketing PartnerVi at Aventura sponsored and hosted a SFLHCC Networking Reception, providing the venue for an evening of connection and collaboration between members and guests. The Aventura Marketing Council co-sponsored the event.
• Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & CasinominorGTM or Marketing PartnerSeminole Hard Rock hosted SFLHCC's General Membership Networking Reception at the Guitar Hotel's L Bar, providing an exclusive venue for member engagement and business networking.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Greater Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce: One of the largest US Hispanic regional chambers, directly comparable in scope (Hispanic SMB focus, tiered memberships, scholarships, advocacy). Operates as a national peer benchmark among top Hispanic chambers ranked alongside SFLHCC.
• US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC): SFLHCC's national umbrella organization. USHCC coordinates over 200 local Hispanic chambers across the US and is the primary peer in mission and member services, running the Elevate Together small business grant program together.

Others

• SCORE: National nonprofit providing free business mentoring and education. Overlaps with SFLHCC's Minority Business Center and Lunch/Learn Series on small business education and mentorship, making it a complementary/competing service provider.
• CareerSource South Florida: Workforce development partner that co-delivers SFLHCC's job fairs and recruitment services. Functions as an enabler/partner rather than competitor, sharing the same member-employer audience in South Florida.
• National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC): National MBE certification body that SFLHCC directly partners with on the JPMorgan Chase-sponsored NMSDC Certification Reimbursement Initiative. Functions as an ecosystem partner/infrastructure provider rather than a competitor.

Regional players

• Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce: A smaller hyper-local chamber serving one of SFLHCC's strongest markets (SFLHCC holds its Installation Luncheon and Sustainability Awards at Biltmore Coral Gables). Competes for the same Hispanic SMB and corporate members in that micro-geography.
• Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce: Adjacent regional chamber in the South Florida market. Competes for Broward/Miami-Dade SMB members and corporate partnerships, providing a like-for-like geographic peer for member-acquisition benchmarking.
• Latin Builders Association: A South Florida-based Hispanic business association focused on construction and real estate. Competes for the same Hispanic SMB audience and corporate sponsors in Miami-Dade, but is vertical-specific rather than cross-industry.

Broad incumbents

• Florida Chamber of Commerce: The statewide business chamber operating across Florida. Overlaps with SFLHCC on legislative advocacy, corporate engagement, and networking, but lacks the Hispanic-specific focus and community programs.
• Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce: The largest general business chamber in SFLHCC's geography, offering overlapping networking, advocacy, and corporate membership tiers. It competes for the same Fortune 500 corporate sponsors and provides a benchmark for membership scale and event programming in the Miami market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/LilyLopezSFLHCC
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCb4RaMdc3_m08w9Cxksk0bw?app=desktop
• Facebookfacebook.com/people/Sflhcc-Hispanic-Womens-Society-Network/100044415836102
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/sflhcc
• Instagraminstagram.com/sflhcc

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

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